1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100. 2005 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Lexus LS | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | 1100 | LS |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |